June 13–14, 2026
6 Verified Events
Best Things to Do in Daytona Beach This Weekend: June 13–14, 2026
Concerts • Baseball • Cars • Reggae • Waterfront Markets • Volusia County Living
Summer is officially in full swing here in Volusia County, and this weekend — June 13–14, 2026 — the Daytona Beach area is delivering on everything that makes this part of Florida worth living in. I’m Robert Wrieden with Summer Wind Realty Central Florida, and every week I pull together the best verified events happening across our corner of the Sunshine State. This weekend has something for everyone: free oceanfront concerts, fireworks, minor-league baseball at America’s oldest ballpark, a classic car show on a charming coastal street, a tropical waterfront market, and reggae in one of Central Florida’s best small-city downtowns.
Whether you’re a longtime local, exploring communities like Daytona Beach, DeLand, or New Smyrna Beach, or a visitor falling in love with our coastline — here are the six best events of the weekend.
Saturday · June 13
Free Admission
Turnstiles: The Ultimate Billy Joel Tribute — Bandshell + Fireworks
Daytona Beach Bandshell • 1 Boardwalk, Daytona Beach • 7:15 PM • Free (VIP $15)
Kick off Saturday evening with Turnstiles, one of the most acclaimed Billy Joel tribute acts on the East Coast. The concert begins at 7:15 PM at the historic oceanfront Bandshell, and fireworks launch over the Atlantic at 9:45 PM. This is part of the Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series, which runs every Saturday night through September. General admission is completely free — VIP reserved seating is just $15.
Family-friendly: Yes. Bring a blanket. Arrive by 6 PM for parking. Details at DaytonaBeach.com →
Saturday · June 13
Rock Concert
Cinderella’s Tom Keifer Band at Peabody Auditorium
Peabody Auditorium • 600 Auditorium Blvd, Daytona Beach • 7:30 PM • Tickets from $110
Tom Keifer, the iconic frontman of Cinderella, brings his seven-piece band to Peabody Auditorium for a night of hard rock classics. Expect “Nobody’s Fool,” “Don’t Know What You Got,” “Shake Me,” and more. L.A. Guns opens the show. Peabody is one of Central Florida’s finest 2,500-seat performing arts venues, steps from the Atlantic.
Family-friendly: Great for older rock fans. Tickets at DaytonaBeach.com →
Saturday · June 13
Free · New Smyrna Beach
Cars on Canal — Classic & Custom Vehicles on Historic Canal Street
Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach • 2:00 PM • Free Admission
Head south to charming New Smyrna Beach for this beloved monthly gathering of classic, custom, and specialty vehicles on the brick-lined Canal Street. Browse hundreds of cars, chat with their owners, grab a bite at one of the street’s acclaimed restaurants, and soak in the relaxed NSB vibe. This is community, nostalgia, and pure Florida coastal lifestyle rolled into one perfect Saturday afternoon.
Family-friendly: Absolutely. Curious about New Smyrna Beach real estate? More at classiccarsoncanal.com →
Sunday · June 14
Family Friendly
Daytona Tortugas vs. Jupiter Hammerheads — Father’s Day Weekend Baseball
Jackie Robinson Ballpark • 105 E Orange Ave, Daytona Beach • 1:05 PM • Tickets from $12
There’s no better Father’s Day weekend outing than minor-league baseball at historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark — open since 1914 and the oldest active professional ballpark in America. Jackie Robinson himself broke the color barrier here in 1946. The Daytona Tortugas (Cincinnati Reds High-A affiliate) host Jupiter at 1:05 PM. Casual, affordable, and genuinely special.
Family-friendly: One of the best family outings in Volusia County. Tickets at milb.com/daytona →
Sunday · June 14
Waterfront · Free
Aloha on the River — Halifax River Farmers Market at Tiki Docks
Tiki Docks • 3633 S Ridgewood Ave, Daytona Beach • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM • Free
Start Sunday morning with a tropical waterfront market on the Halifax River at Tiki Docks. Local vendors, fresh produce, artisan goods, handcrafted items, and live acoustic music — all in a relaxed, open-air setting right on the Intracoastal Waterway. Arrive early for the best vendor selection. This is the kind of Sunday morning that makes living in Volusia County feel like a permanent vacation.
Family-friendly: Yes — great for all ages. Free admission. Halifax River waterfront setting.
Sunday · June 14
Live Music · DeLand
Fortunate Youth + Seranation — Cafe Da Vinci, DeLand
Cafe Da Vinci • 124 N Florida Ave, DeLand • 6:00 PM • $55 per person
End your weekend at Cafe Da Vinci in the heart of downtown DeLand with Fortunate Youth — the Hermosa Beach reggae-rock band known for their explosive live show and three Number 1 charting albums. Seranation and Joe Samba open. This intimate venue in DeLand’s vibrant Artisan Alley district is one of Central Florida’s best kept secrets — and exactly the kind of cultural scene that makes DeLand real estate so compelling.
Family-friendly: Adults. Tickets at Eventbrite →
Frequently Asked Questions: Daytona Beach Events June 2026
What is the Star-Spangled Summer Concert Series at the Bandshell?
It’s a free Saturday-night concert and fireworks series running May through September at the historic Daytona Beach Bandshell on the Atlantic oceanfront. Each week features a different tribute band, with fireworks at 9:45 PM. General admission is free; optional VIP center-stage seats are $15.
Why is Jackie Robinson Ballpark historically significant?
Jackie Robinson Ballpark in downtown Daytona Beach opened in 1914 — making it the oldest active professional baseball stadium in America. Jackie Robinson played his first professional game here in 1946 with the Montreal Royals, breaking the color barrier in professional baseball. A bronze statue honors him outside the Orange Avenue gate.
What is Cars on Canal in New Smyrna Beach?
A beloved monthly gathering of classic, custom, and specialty vehicles on historic Canal Street in New Smyrna Beach. It’s free, family-friendly, and surrounded by boutique shops, galleries, and acclaimed restaurants. The June edition begins at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 13.
Are there free events in Daytona Beach this weekend?
Yes — multiple free events this weekend. The Bandshell concert (Turnstiles tribute, 7:15 PM Saturday) and post-concert fireworks are completely free. Cars on Canal in New Smyrna Beach (Saturday 2 PM) is free. Aloha on the River at Tiki Docks (Sunday 9 AM–2 PM) is free. The Tortugas baseball game has tickets starting at $12.
This Weekend Tells the Story of Life in Volusia County
Six real, verified events. Two days. One county. That’s not a special occasion — that’s a normal June weekend in Volusia County, Florida. A free oceanfront concert with fireworks. Tom Keifer rocking a premier performing arts venue. Classic cars on a historic coastal street. Minor-league baseball at America’s oldest professional ballpark. A tropical waterfront market on Sunday morning. Reggae at an intimate downtown venue Sunday night. All within 30 miles of each other.
When buyers ask me why families and professionals are choosing to relocate to this corner of Florida — to Daytona Beach, DeLand, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, and the surrounding communities — I tell them exactly what this weekend represents. Quality of life is not just about cost of living or school ratings or commute times. It’s about what Saturday looks like. It’s about what Sunday morning feels like. This is that.
I’d love to help you explore what this area has to offer — whether you’re buying, selling, or simply curious about what the market looks like right now. Browse listings and community guides at swrcf.com, or reach out directly. Happy to talk.
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